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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Net Profit Margin: -1.67%

Is The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.’s net profit margin high or low?

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s net profit margin of -1.67% is 127% below its 5-year average of 6.14%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-7.93%–17.70%).

As of Saturday, June 20, 2026. 38.49% above its 12-month average of -2.71%.

EL Net Profit Margin Chart

EL Net Profit Margin
-7.93%-417.20% 1Y
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EL Average Net Profit Margin Chart

EL Current vs Average Net Profit Margin Chart

EL Net Profit Margin Metrics

NET PROFIT MARGIN

-1.67%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG TTM

-2.71%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 3Y

3.59%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 5Y

6.14%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 10Y

7.96%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 15Y

8.69%

NET PROFIT MARGIN AVG 20Y

7.75%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+38.49%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-146.52%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-127.19%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-120.99%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-119.22%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-121.56%

EL Competitors' Net Profit Margin

NAMEMARKET CAPNET PROFIT MARGINTTM3Y5Y
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)$30.67B-1.67%-2.71%3.59%6.14%
Kellanova (K)vs ›$29.03B10.08%8.89%9.51%9.03%
Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB)vs ›$34.04B12.81%12.21%10.66%10.71%
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC)vs ›$27.06B-23.05%-6.41%1.70%2.14%
The Kroger Co. (KR)vs ›$34.90B0.71%1.25%1.31%1.33%
The Hershey Company (HSY)vs ›$35.02B9.12%13.69%14.96%15.33%
Dollar General Corporation (DG)vs ›$25.04B3.63%3.16%4.25%4.80%
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)vs ›$24.22B18.46%8.83%8.56%9.50%
Sysco Corporation (SYY)vs ›$37.63B2.08%2.37%2.26%2.01%
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)vs ›$22.66B11.81%10.73%10.51%12.34%

Margin Comparison

Operating Margin

7.6%

Net Profit Margin

-1.7%

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Net Profit Margin Formula & Definition

Net Profit Margin = Net Income / Revenue

Net profit margin is the percentage of revenue that becomes net income after all expenses, taxes, and interest.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Net Profit Margin FAQ

What is the net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The net profit margin for EL stock is -1.67%.
Is The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s net profit margin high or low?
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s net profit margin of -1.67% is 127% below its 5-year average of 6.14%, near the low end of its 5-year range (-7.93%–17.70%).
What is the TTM average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The TTM average net profit margin for EL stock is -2.71%.
What is the 3Y average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The 3Y average net profit margin for EL stock is 3.59%.
What is the 5Y average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The 5Y average net profit margin for EL stock is 6.14%.
What is the 10Y average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The 10Y average net profit margin for EL stock is 7.96%.
What is the 15Y average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The 15Y average net profit margin for EL stock is 8.69%.
What is the 20Y average net profit margin for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)?
The 20Y average net profit margin for EL stock is 7.75%.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Net Profit Margin History

DATENET PROFIT MARGIN
2025-06-30-7.93%
2024-06-302.50%
2023-06-306.32%
2022-06-3013.47%
2021-06-3017.70%
2020-06-304.79%
2019-06-3012.01%
2018-06-308.10%
2017-06-3010.56%
2016-06-309.90%
2015-06-3010.10%
2014-06-3010.98%
2013-06-3010.02%
2012-06-308.82%
2011-06-307.95%
2010-06-306.14%
2009-06-302.98%
2008-06-305.99%
2007-06-306.38%
2006-06-303.78%
2005-06-306.41%
2004-06-305.91%
2003-06-306.25%
2002-06-304.05%
2001-06-306.62%
2000-06-307.19%
1999-06-306.89%
1998-06-306.55%
1997-06-305.84%
1996-06-305.02%

About The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is a global entity dedicated to the development, marketing, and sale of a diverse range of premium beauty and personal care items worldwide. Its extensive product catalog encompasses numerous offerings across four primary categories. For skin care, it provides moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, body treatments, exfoliants, acne and oil control solutions, facial masks, specialized cleansing devices, and sun protection. In makeup, consumers can find lipsticks, glosses, mascaras, foundations, eyeshadows, nail polishes, powders, compacts, brushes, and various other cosmetic tools. The fragrance segment includes eau de parfum sprays, colognes, scented lotions, powders, creams, candles, and soaps. Lastly, its hair care selection features shampoos, conditioners, styling aids, treatments, finishing sprays, and hair color products. Beyond these, the company also offers ancillary products and services. Estée Lauder boasts an impressive portfolio of owned brands, such as Clinique, M·A·C, Aveda, La Mer, Jo Malone London, and The Ordinary, among many others. Furthermore, it operates under license agreements for notable fashion labels including Tommy Hilfiger and Michael Kors. These products are distributed globally through a broad network of retail channels, comprising high-end department stores, specialty multi-brand retailers, luxury perfumeries and pharmacies, salons and spas, exclusive freestanding stores, its own and authorized online platforms, major third-party e-commerce sites, airport retail locations, and in-flight and duty-free concessions. Established in 1946, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in New York, New York.

New York City, NY
57,000 employees
Consumer Defensive / Household & Personal Products
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Household & Personal Products
CEO
Stephane de la Faverie